Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Intake Manifold Cleaning and Inspection
- Clean the intake manifold mating surfaces.
- Inspect the intake manifold (2) for damage.
- Inspect the intake manifold for cracks near metallic inserts.
- Inspect the crankcase ventilation passages in the intake manifold face for blockage.
- Clean the crankcase ventilation passages with compressed air if necessary. Use a maximum of 172 kPa (25 psi) of air pressure.
- Clean the throttle body sealing surface (1).
- Clean the intake manifold to cylinder head sealing surface (3).
- Replace the intake manifold as necessary.
Warning:
Wear safety glasses in order to avoid eye damage.
Intake Manifold Assemble (1.8L LUW and LWE)
Install the 4 NEW multiport fuel injector seals (4).
Install the multiport fuel injection fuel rail (2) and the fuel injectors (3)
to the intake manifold ( ...
Intake Manifold Disassemble
Remove the fuel injection rail ground cable nut (1).
Remove the 2 fuel injection rail bolts (2).
Remove the fuel injection fuel rail assembly (3).
Remove the ...
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If a Tire Goes Flat
It is unusual for a tire to blow out while driving, especially if the tires are
maintained properly. See Tires. If air goes out of a tire, it is much
more likely to leak out slowly. But if there is ever a blowout, here are a few tips
about what to expect and what to do:
If a front tire fails, ...
Fog Lamp Aiming
Preparation Procedure
Note: Horizontal aim is not adjustable on this vehicle. Vertical
aim is done by an adjusting nut located on the rear of the fog lamp. Prior
to aiming the fog lamps, perform the following steps:
Completely assemble all of the components on the vehi ...
Intake Manifold Replacement (LDE)
Removal Procedure
Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable
Disconnection and Connection.
Remove the throttle body assembly. Refer to Throttle Body Assembly Replacement.
Disconnect wiring harness plug.
Disconnect the pipes from ...
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